Treatment Day 10

Well we're getting closer to the half way point and Dallas is doing pretty well all things considered. He's still trying to slug down the "soul food diet" ( thanks for that term, Lawrence!) which means fat, fat and more fat stuff! But it's paying off and he's gained back 2 pounds - cause for celebration in our lives right now.

We also had a positive meeting with the radiation oncologist - we haven't had much luck with the docs since this all started so it was a nice change. He was very reassuring and told us not to worry - said "we'll make you better." Those are the kind of hopeful statements that you cling to when you have cancer. I think all the staff at the Cancer Clinic are really surprised at how well Dallas is doing. Of course, we all know how the Big Guy can be pretty stubborn when he puts his mind to it! What I'm noticing is that Dallas is more tired by late afternoon and although he doesn't complain much I know that his throat is getting more sore by the day. I think I'll get the blender ready for smoothies - Dallas is going through lots of frozen yoghurt so I think the icy drinks will feel the best.

We're looking forward to having a visit from friends Bruce and Assunta. They're going to be with us for a few days which is great - Assunta is the Director of Surgery for the Vernon hospital so we'll have some expert care on board! More later....

Love, Patty